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“England will still be England, an everlasting animal, stretching into the future and the past and like all living things having the power to change out of all recognition and yet remain the same.”

Quote by George Orwell

Book:The Complete Works of George Orwell: A patriot after all, 1940-1941

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The Complete Works of George Orwell: A patriot after all, 1940-1941

The Complete Works of George Orwell: A patriot after all, 1940-1941 is a compilation of George Orwell's works from the specified years. It features his essays, articles, and other writings that reflect his thoughts and experiences during the early 1940s. more

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George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair, was a British novelist and political critic. Known for his sharp social criticism and profound insights into totalitarianism, Orwell is best remembered for his novels '1984' and 'Animal Farm', which remain influential to this day. more

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